Liverpool have arrived in New York for their pre-season friendly against Wrexham, scheduled for Wednesday. The team travelled to the city from their USA pre-season base in Chicago.
The match against Wrexham will be the second fixture of the summer for Andoni Iraola‘s side. Kick-off is set for 7:30 PM local time, which corresponds to 12:30 AM BST on Thursday.
Wrexham’s US Tour and Ambitions
For Wrexham, this fixture marks their third U.S. tour since 2024. Unlike previous visits, the team now arrives having recently missed the Championship playoffs and will face only Premier League opposition during this trip.
Rob Mac and Ryan Reynolds, co-owners of Wrexham, stated that the support for the club in the U.S. has continued to grow, making it important to connect with fans in person. They also highlighted the timing, noting the increased attention on football across North America due to the World Cup.
The co-owners view these matches as a critical part of their pre-season preparations, providing meaningful games against top-quality opponents. Mac mentioned that facing Premier League opposition reflects how far the club has progressed and offers the kind of challenge desired before a Championship season.
Wrexham‘s men’s first team achieved their best finish in the club’s 162-year history last season, placing seventh in the Championship. This achievement came just four years after playing in the National League.
The club aims for further investment in the squad to reach the Premier League. While not a complete overhaul like the previous summer, there will be additions focused on quality. Reynolds described this season’s transfer brief as making the “kitchen work better” rather than a “whole-house renovation.”
Club Developments and Future Plans
Wrexham is expected to make its first summer signing soon. The club has agreed a deal for Steve Nickson to become its inaugural sporting director. Nickson, currently Newcastle United‘s Head of Recruitment, is anticipated to develop a worldwide scouting network for Wrexham.
Mac explained that adding a sporting director will bolster player scouting and recruitment globally, providing more options for the squad. He emphasized that the ability to operate across a broad spectrum of talent will be crucial in the coming years.
The match against Liverpool will also be the debut for Wrexham‘s new home kit, which will be launched in New York. The kit’s design is inspired by the club’s Kop Stand barriers.
Work on the Kop Stand is progressing, with the structure expected to be fully open for the 2027–28 season. Reynolds plans to join supporters in the Kop once it is ready. The renovation of the Kop Stand is seen as a significant symbol of Wrexham‘s transformation and long-term ambition.
Beyond the men’s team, Wrexham‘s women’s side recently made their Champions League debut after winning their first Welsh league title earlier this year. Mac and Reynolds expressed pride in the women’s team’s accomplishments, stating the ambition is to build one club that competes at the highest level and supports both men’s and women’s teams.
The friendly against Liverpool is another milestone in Wrexham‘s journey.
Source: liverpoolfc.com
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